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Holmenkollen Five‑mile Secured for 2026/27

The International Ski Federation has confirmed that the five‑mile cross‑country events at Holmenkollen will run in the 2026/27 season, ending fears of cancellation.

During the FIS spring meeting in Slovenia, officials voted to keep the five‑mile races for both men and women in the upcoming season, protecting a staple of Norwegian and international ski culture. afnews.co.za

The decision, supported by Norwegian delegates Ulf Morten Aune and Espen Bjervig, will be finalised at the upcoming FIS congress later this spring.